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I’m so sorry for your loss,Rich was a great guy that I had the pleasure of knowing.Loved being in the family.
Sharon Kimmel
December 27, 2025 | Connellsville, PA | Family


Photo courtesy of Ferguson Funeral Home - Scottdale
Scottdale, Pennsylvania
Mar 26, 1956 – Dec 16, 2025
Richard James Pilato, 69
of Mount Pleasant passed away at 5:07 PM in UMPC’s Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Rich was born on March 26, 1956 in Mount Pleasant, a son of the late Michael and Wanda (Cichoki) Pilato. He married Connie L. (Graham) Pilato on October 8, 1985.
Rich was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He graduated from Southmoreland High school, Class of 1974 and was employed as a painter at the former Volkswagen Plant in New Stanton for 10 years and then retired after 20 years of service for the City of Largo, Florida.
Rich will be sadly missed by his loving family; his wife of 40 years, Connie L. (Graham) Pilato; his children, Tim Peters (Liz) and Tricia Peters South (John); his grandchildren, Josh Peters, Natasha Schmidt (John), Jaidlynne South, and Colleen Miller; and his great grandchildren, Grayson and Garrett Schmidt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael J. Pilato (2015).
Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 SPRING STREET, SCOTTDALE (www.fergusonfunerals.com). At Rich’s request, there will be no viewing or service. Memorials may be made to: Center for Organ Recovery & Education @ www.core.org.
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Read MoreI’m so sorry for your loss,Rich was a great guy that I had the pleasure of knowing.Loved being in the family.
Sharon Kimmel
December 27, 2025 | Connellsville, PA | Family
My deepest sympathies to you Connie. Rick was a great friend back in the old days.
Judy Fitzgerald
December 23, 2025 | Summerfield, FL | Friend
We were saddened to hear about the passing of Rich and are so sorry for your loss. You two shared an incredible life together. We enjoyed our time with you!
Bill Boyer & Karen Perry
December 23, 2025
Richie, I missed you when I retired first, and I'll miss you always. You could always make me laugh, and were always so kind & thoughtful. Thank you for all the ornaments you made & gave me, and for always bringing me a piece of French silk pie on my birthday every year. You were a true & genuine person, and will be missed by so many. Sweet dreams, my friend....
Dawn Rossi King
December 22, 2025 | VANDALIA, IL | Friend
You were a good friend and will be missed
Stacy Burkey
December 20, 2025 | Hudson, FL | Friend
I was very sorry to learn of Richard’s passing. I hope that he did not suffer. We were from the same neighborhood in Scottdale.
David Petonic
December 20, 2025 | Scottdale, PA | Friend
Our deepest sympathies, rest in peace.
Johnny & Valerie Hershberger
Johnny & Valerie Hershberger
December 20, 2025 | Youngwood, PA | Family
To my cousin Richard you will be missed by many. You always kept in touch with me. God Bless you Richard and tell my mom and yours I will always miss them .Love you❤
Marcella Hershberger
December 20, 2025 | Gautier, MS | Family
Rest in peace Rich.
Jim Jacquillard
December 20, 2025 | Connellsville, PA | Classmate